Groundskeeper

Job TitlePlant & Flower Care: Watering, deadheading, weeding flower beds and containers. Lawn & Vegetation Maintenance: Mowing, raking, watering, fertilizing lawns; caring for trees, shrubs, and other plants. Pruning & Trimming: Trimming and pruning bushes and trees. Weed Control: General weeding and applying herbicides/insecticides/fertilizers as needed. Irrigation Support: Assisting with repairs, timers, pipes, pumps, and valves. Other tasks: As assigned, including coordinating with other employees and event schedules.Equipment You'll Use: Mowers (riding and push), aerators, verticutters, string trimmers, edgers, tillers, hand tools. Vehicles: Trucks, ATVs, tractors, front-end loaders, forklifts. Irrigation tools: Timers, pipe risers, pumps, valves. You'll need to get certified in ATV, forklift, and heavy equipment operation.What You'll Need To Do The Job: Required: Basic knowledge of yard care equipment. Ability to use hand tools (rakes, shovels, trimmers, etc.) for hours at a time. Valid driver's license. Comfort working outdoors in various mountain weather conditions for long periods. Capable of lifting/carrying at least 50 lbs. Availability to work some weekends/holidays Preferred (but not required): Background in lawn/turf care. Experience with flowers, trees, or plants. Irrigation system knowledge and repair.Safety Focus: Wear proper PPE, follow safety protocols, use proper lifting techniques, and maintain equipment safely. Physical Demands: Very physical — extended time outdoors, lifting 50+ lbs, repetitive tool use, bending, standing, etc. Mountain weather can include heat, cold, wind, or rain.Is This a Good Fit? Yes, if you: Enjoy physical outdoor work and landscaping/gardening. Like working in a scenic mountain environment with access to hiking/biking. Can handle variable weather and long hours on your feet. Are reliable, self-motivated, and safety-conscious. Challenges: Physically demanding, weather exposure, potential for variable schedules (including weekends/holidays), and coordinating around events.